Dow Corning to Exhibit Textile Innovations at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics


MIDLAND, MICH., USA: Dow Corning Corporation will highlight its innovative silicone solutions for the textile industry, including Dow Corning® brand Silicone Textile Printing Inks, DEFLEXION(TM) impact-protection technology and Dow Corning® Easy Style 5-7288 Emulsion System at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics this October.

At Booth W1D14/E17, the company will showcase Dow Corning® brand Silicone Textile Printing Inks, which are which are durable, colorfast and suitable even for tough-to-print, high-performance sports apparel. Visitors will learn how the inks provide competitive advantages, including heat resistance, fast cure and easy pigmentation.

"The inks offer high elongation and a soft, non-tacky handle," said Charlie Zimmer, Dow Corning Textile global marketing manager. "Additionally, the cost-effective inks provide optimal coverage and allow for a variety of unique special effects."

With heightened consumer concern regarding environmental impact, Dow Corning Silicone Textile Printing Inks are an ideal solution because they contain no organotin, phthalate, formaldehyde, PVC or solvents.

Dow Corning also will feature its patent pending DEFLEXION(TM) impact-protection technology. Based on silicone technology, the DEFLEXION(TM) platforms are engineered for protective equipment and apparel in a flexible, breathable form.

As a performance textile and impact-absorbing material in one, DEFLEXION(TM) technology is designed to protect without the added bulk and stiffness of traditional padding. It can be cut and sewn directly into clothing, eliminating the need to insert uncomfortable padding.

"DEFLEXION(TM) from Dow Corning offers premium impact protection that is flexible, breathable and washable," said Dr. Liz Mallen, Dow Corning Textile business development manager. "Overall, designers and consumers are getting far more choices. Unlike bulky, hard-armor systems, DEFLEXION(TM) provides silicone-based textile technologies that are very comfortable to wear in terms of fit, freedom of movement and temperature control."

Visitors also will be introduced to Dow Corning® Easy Style 5-7288 Emulsion System, which makes fine and casual garments feel richer, adds a paper-like touch and helps fabrics resist wrinkles.

"This system can help manufacturers produce easy-care fine fabrics and casual fabrics," said Xu Rong, Dow Corning Textile North Asia Marketing Manager. "It is formaldehyde-free and does not affect garment strength or breathability."

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics, a professional business platform for the apparel fabrics industry in Asia, will take place Oct. 19 through 22 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Shanghai, China.

About Dow Corning® Silicone Textile Printing Inks
Dow Corning offers a comprehensive selection of proven silicone-based performance enhancers and process aids for textiles and is breaking new ground in the realm of eco-innovation. In addition to materials, the company provides supportive services and solutions tailored to the specific business and sustainability needs of the global textiles industry. To learn more about Dow Corning's full range of silicone textile printing ink solutions, go to dowcorning.com/screenprinting.

About DEFLEXION(TM) from Dow Corning
DEFLEXION(TM) from Dow Corning offers a range of impact-protection technologies that allow for the easy creation of high-performance protective apparel and equipment. DEFLEXION(TM) technologies focus on providing exceptional comfort, enhanced fit, superior freedom of movement and due to the unique stability of silicones, performance over a broad range of temperatures. Unlike traditional soft armor protection, DEFELXION(TM) products are able to achieve high levels of protection, while remaining comfortable and stylish.

About Dow Corning
Dow Corning (dowcorning.com) provides performance-enhancing solutions to serve the diverse needs of more than 25,000 customers worldwide. A global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology and innovation, Dow Corning offers more than 7,000 products and services through the Dow Corning® and XIAMETER® brands. Dow Corning is a joint venture equally owned by The Dow Chemical Company and Corning, Incorporated. More than half of Dow Corning's annual sales are outside the United States.

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